Nemesis
- Designer Adam Kwapiński
- Publisher Awaken Realms , Rebel Sp. z o.o. , Arclight Games , asmodee , Cranio Creations
- Illustration Piotr Foksowicz , Patryk Jędraszek , Ewa Labak , Andrzej Półtoranos
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You control a crew member with a personal deck and starting equipment aboard the infested spaceship Nemesis, facing evolving alien Intruders. Noise and time make encounters more dangerous, producing tense, climactic moments. Secret objectives create a mix of cooperation and conflict, sometimes leading to betrayal or tragic character outcomes.
Who Is This Game For?
Nemesis suits veteran players and horror enthusiasts who enjoy long, thematic sessions; with a playtime around 180 minutes and semi‑cooperative mechanics it expects commitment and some experience. The game supports solo play, so solo players can also enjoy it.
How It Works
Mechanically Nemesis blends Campaign/Battle Card Driven systems, Hand Management and Dice Rolling with Hidden Roles and Interrupts: each character has a unique deck and abilities, actions are resolved via cards and dice, and secret objectives steer player agendas. Encounters escalate over time, forcing tradeoffs between helping others and pursuing your own goal.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Adam Kwapiński and published by Awaken Realms in 2018, Nemesis is notable for its thematic presentation. It was nominated for the Golden Geek Best Thematic Board Game in 2018 and received awards from Board Game Quest and Cardboard Republic in 2019. The hybrid of dungeon‑crawler elements and semi‑cooperative hidden agendas defines its niche.
Awards
2018
- 2019 Board Game Quest Awards Best Production Values — Nominated
- 2019 Board Game Quest Awards Best Thematic Game — Winner
- 2019 Cardboard Republic Immersionist Laurel — Winner
Pro
- Strong thematic, cinematic sci‑fi horror atmosphere
- Semi‑cooperative play with Hidden Roles creates social tension
- Personal decks and hand management add variability
- Encounters escalate over time, creating dramatic turns
Contra
- Long playtime (~180 minutes) demands a big time investment
- Complex rules and secret objectives can overwhelm new players
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game takes place aboard the spaceship Nemesis in a science‑fiction horror setting, featuring close‑quarters encounters with alien organisms.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on learning your character's deck and playstyle in early games, and agree at the table on the expected level of cooperation.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes. indicates a solo option is included.
How long does a game really take?
The listed duration is about 180 minutes; allow extra time for setup and discussion.
What prior experience do I need?
With mechanics like Hidden Roles and hand management, the game is geared toward experienced/enthusiast players.
How does this compare to similar games?
Nemesis fuses dungeon‑crawler style encounters with semi‑cooperative hidden objectives, leading to interpersonal conflict uncommon in pure co‑ops.
Is this suitable for families?
Minimum age is 12, but the length and mature horror theme make it more appropriate for older teens and adults.
What mechanic makes it special?
The mix of Hidden Roles with Campaign/Battle Card Driven and Hand Management mechanics defines its feel.
Fazit
If you want a long, immersive sci‑fi horror experience with social tension, Nemesis delivers; casual groups may find length and complexity prohibitive.
